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2017-06-03 14:51:39
I was attacked by my cat on my left lower leg two days ago. While mobility is up today and pain is down, I am concerned about the swelling and would like to know if it is trauma or infection.
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U have to take inj TT and rabies course Wound needs to be cleaned properly and a course of antibiotics need to be started soon.

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